Blackberry Basil Grilled Cheese

Blackberry Basil Grilled Cheese

Blackberry Basil Grilled Cheese

Published: May 2017

Commodity: Blackberries

Season: Summer

Yield: 4 sandwiches

 

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Plate it up! Project
County Extension Agents for Family and Consumer Sciences
University of Kentucky, Dietetics and Human Nutrition Students

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups fresh blackberries
12-14 fresh basil leaves
chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
8 slices of multigrain bread
4 slices cheese
such as Munster

Directions

In a large bowl, mash blackberries and basil with a fork. Heat an electric griddle or large skillet over medium-low heat. Sprinkle griddle or skillet with olive oil. Place bread on skillet. Add a slice of cheese and blackberry mixture. Place a second piece of bread on top of cheese and blackberries. Cook 3-5 minutes on one side. Flip. Cook 3- 5 minutes or until both sides are brown and cheese has melted.

Nutrition Facts

250 calories
15 g fat
6 g saturated fat
20 mg cholesterol
310 mg sodium
23 g carbohydrate
8 g fiber
4 g sugar
12 g protein

 

Contact Information

Erikson Hall Lexington, KY 40506